Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (AABS) - Online Program
Purpose
The curriculum leading to the AABS degree is a 66-unit course of instruction designed to give students a basic biblical and theological foundation in preparation for a wide variety of Christian ministries. By taking 12 units each trimester, the program can be completed in about two years. The AABS degree is not available to international students in the Korean and Spanish languages.
Program Goals
The purpose of the AABS program is achieved by enabling students to:
- Demonstrate a general knowledge of the Bible;
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of language arts, humanities, and social sciences within the Christian worldview;
- Present an increasing likeness to Christ as manifested in love for God, love for others, and the fruit of the Spirit; and
- Become more involved in a local church, global missions, and/or other ministries with which they are associated.
Admission Requirements for The College at SCS
Admission is granted only to those applicants judged to be fully qualified. Students should contact the Admissions Office for direction on how to proceed as soon as they seriously contemplate studies at SCS.
The Vice President of Student Services may admit an applicant who does not meet the criteria if other factors warrant such action. The Vice President’s judgment is final. SCS does not accept applicants who are living illegally in the USA.
The following requirements are the minimum academic and character requirements for admission to The College at SCS. Additional requirements may be imposed for admission into a particular program.
- Hold a high school diploma with not less than a 2.0 GPA, or GED, or state high school proficiency exam.
- Have departed the last institution attended in good standing.
Graduation Requirements
Each candidate for the AABS degree must meet the general graduation requirements and:
- Complete 66 units of undergraduate level courses including a minimum of 33 units of Bible and theology, and 24 units of general education.
- Complete at least 33 units within the AABS program at SCS.
- Complete the program curriculum with not less than a 2.0 GPA.
- Submit a petition to graduate to the Registrar by the deadline in the Academic Calendar.
- Settle all financial obligations to SCS.
- Be recommended for the AABS degree by the faculty based on demonstrated moral integrity.
Curriculum Distribution
Biblical Studies – 6 units
ED–311o Inductive Bible Study
TH–207o Spiritual Disciplines
Bible – 24 units
BI–206o Pentateuch
BI–217o Old Testament Historical Books
BI–218o Old Testament Poetical Books
BI-219o Old Testament Prophetical Books
BI-318o Gospels and Acts
BI-319o Pauline Epistles
BI-320o General Epistles and Revelation
BI-345o Analysis of Romans
Theology – 9 units
TH–203o Biblical Interpretation
TH–204o Doctrine of the Bible
TH–206o Crucial Issues in Ministry
General Education – 24 units
Communication Skills – 12 units
ED-100o College Skills
EN–101o English Composition I
EN–102o English Composition II
PM-101o Communication Skills
Humanities – 3 units
PH–101o Introduction to Philosophy
Natural Sciences – 3 units
NS–203o Scientific Models of Origin
Social Sciences – 6 units
HI–104o Church History I
HI–105o Church History II
Elective – 3 units
AABS Curriculum Summary
Biblical Studies 6 units
Bible 24 units
Theology 9 units
General Education 24 units
Elective 3 units